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How do they deice airplanes?
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If you're traveling during the winter time, there's a good chance that your flight may be delayed because the plane needs deicing. Why do they wait until the last minute to do this?
Can You Answer These Questions About the Year 2005?
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2005 was a difficult year for many and all over the world. Yet, others prospered! What do you remember about it? Let's test your knowledge.
How the CIA Used 'Vampires' to Fight Communism in the Philippines
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During in the Cold War, a CIA operative in the Philippines used the local folklore myth of the blood-sucking aswang to try and scare off communist rebels. Did it work?
Want to Fight for Ukraine? Here's What You Need to Know
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Ukraine is seeking foreign volunteers to join the fight against the Russians. But unless you've got military experience and elite skills, you probably should stay home.
Why Was the WWII Battle of Stalingrad So Deadly?
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The Battle of Stalingrad was one of the bloodiest in all of World War II. More Soviet troops died there than did American soldiers in the entire war. What made this battle so deadly?
What Are the 10 Biggest Airports in the World?
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Ever sprinted through one of these behemoth airports desperate to make a flight? Here are the world's seven largest airports, not by passenger volume, but by sheer size alone.
1922-1940 Jaguar
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A chance meeting between William Lyons, founder of Jaguar, and a neighbor led to the creation of a classic. Follow the Jaguar story from the start.
Why was Executive Order No. 9981 so important?
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Executive Order 9981 mandated equality in the U.S. armed forces, putting groups like the Tuskegee Airmen in high demand. Read about Executive Order 9981.
How has NASA helped save firefighters?
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How has NASA helped save firefighters? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how NASA has helped saved firefighters' lives.
How Laser-powered Headlights Work
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Are laser-powerered headlights too intense for other motorists? Read about laser-powered headlight technology at HowStuffWorks.